When its comes to designing an outdoor deck space for entertaining, it is important to make your design efficient with some smart styling to create an inviting oasis. There are plenty of different ways to design your deck, from creating built-in seating and fire pits to selecting railings and plants, adding the beauty of nature […]

Mark Olasen Architect in collaboration with Deering Design Studio is responsible for the re-design of this rustic home surrounded by woodlands in Bothell, Washington. Consisting of 6,400 square feet of living space, this newly constructed home was built with a Northwest respect for rugged materials, including stone, concrete, and Douglas Fir. After the owners purchased this home, […]

 Carlton Edwards designed this striking modern-rustic home that blurs the boundaries between indoors and out, located in Asheville, North Carolina. This 4,472 square-foot home (around 6,000 square feet with the garage and covered porch areas) embraces its opportunity to create relaxing spaces both indoors and out. The main interior living spaces, kitchen, dining, and living area […]

This stunning 1960s midcentury ranch house was re-imagined by DesignARC, located in the community of Montecito, Santa Barbara County, California. Inspired by another project by the architect, the homeowner’s desired a fresh take on their out-dated, well-worn residence. Originally from Toronto, Canada, the couple is at ease in urban, loft-like spaces. Here, they wished to […]

Expansive mountain views grace this hillside contemporary home designed by Marmol Radziner, located in Sun Valley, Idaho. The design of this state of the art home was inspired by the rustic beauty of its surroundings; combining superb design, texture-rich interiors with regionally sourced materials resulting in an organic integration with the natural landscape. The property is […]

This sustainable luxury house is designed by Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects, nestled along the Gallatin River just outside Big Sky, Montana. The interiors reflect an open and casual atmosphere, well-suited for the inhabitants who enjoy entertaining. The 3,400 square foot dwelling is oriented on its site to take advantage of the natural setting, with sweeping […]

Architectural studio Turn Design is responsible for the creation of this midcentury modern home located in the Southwest Hills neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. This dwelling was designed for a creative family of five, wishing to have a functional home that catered to teenage kids along with an adult retreat with entertaining spaces. When constructing this […]

This massive luxury dream home is designed by McClean Design, located in Bel Air, an enclave in the verdant foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, California. Comprised of a staggering 34,000 square feet, this nine bedroom and 20 bathroom home was built near the street on a 51,417-square-foot property. The location was selected due to […]

Las Lomas Residence is a gorgeous Mediterranean style home designed by Cornerstone Architects, located in Austin, Texas. The builder responsible for this project was Don Crowell Builders. This home is characterized by a courtyard filled with beautiful plants, stepping stones and a water feature. Covered outdoor living spaces provides shade from the elements to relax […]

An outdoor kitchen is more than just a grill, it is a whole cooking experience that includes an area for dining al fresco. These outdoor spaces can be fully loaded, with a fridge, dishwasher, stove, pizza oven, sink, ice machine, etc. Typically these outdoor spaces are complimented by lounge and dining areas, bar stools are […]